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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 2014
Page
2
Mike Oehlerich recalls childhood games with his brother and a Star Wars arcade gift that sparked his passion for collecting. An auction haul and space constraints led him to turn a Main Street storefront into Mike's Carnevil Retro Arcade, drawing local kids.
Oehlerich operates a nontraditional arcade in North English with no fixed hours, open by appointment for groups calling (319) 558-6426. He owns about 200 working arcade machines and 100 in reserve, focusing on 1980s classics and rare prototypes to preserve gaming history while repairing and sourcing parts as the value of retro games climbs.
Five family members including Steven Russell and his wife Stacey escaped a early December blaze at 725 Danbury St NE Cedar Rapids as flames, water and smoke destroyed their home. A cab driver alerted firefighters and the family now stays in a hotel while receiving online fundraising support organized by friend Reanna.
After a house fire, Brady Smith reports the Russell family received overwhelming community support. An online fundraiser started with a $1,000 goal has raised over $10,000 as friends and relatives donate money and gifts. Steven Russell, a National Guard member, notes the help reflects the generosity of their broader community and supporting neighbors.
Michael Toms, 24, of Rowley, is charged with third degree sexual abuse and failure to comply with the Iowa Sex Offender Registry after an Independence arrest. Deputies say he had sex with a 14 year old between March and April this year and withheld information when updating his registry.
The Gazette established January 10 1883 publishes daily from 501 Second Ave SE Cedar Rapids Iowa 52401. It lists subscription rates including 7 days weekly and out of state pricing and provides post office box and contact numbers for subscription service and general inquiries.
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